Ha-Seong Kim makes a decision about future with the team, Gerrit Cole in SD

San Diego Padres shortstop Ha-Seong Kim declined his joint option with the Padres and will now become a free agent. Kim was expected to leave the Padres after hiring the Boras Corporation as his representative, and now he has taken advantage of this opportunity to become a free agent.

Gerrit Cole opted out of his contract with the New York Yankees after the Yankees lost the World Series. Cole will now be a free agent, and the question remains whether the Padres will pursue him this offseason.

Here’s the rest of the top Padres news and stories for Saturday:

Ha-Seong Kim declined his mutual option with the Padres and became a free agent.

With Gerrit Cole opting out, could the Padres compete for Star Pitcher?

Former Padres star officially enters free agency

Top Padres prospect talks about the struggles of his first year as a pro

The Dodgers are reportedly interested in the former Padres superstar this offseason.